Put raw chicken breasts in the crock and 3 other ingredients to get a meal so delicious your family will be begging for more!

Chicken breasts arranged in a slow cooker

Scatter the bright yellow frozen mango chunks evenly over and around the raw chicken breasts. You want to see those juicy chunks nestled right up against the chicken.

In a small bowl, stir together the mild salsa and brown sugar until the sugar is mostly dissolved and the mixture looks smooth and slightly glossy.

Pour the salsa and brown sugar mixture evenly over the chicken and mango chunks, making sure the tops of the chicken breasts are well coated. Use a spoon to gently nudge some of the sauce down between the pieces.

Mango and salsa mixture poured over chicken in slow cooker

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the chicken breasts are cooked through and tender (no pink in the center and an internal temperature of 165°F).

Once cooked, use two forks to gently shred or chunk the chicken right in the slow cooker. Stir everything together so the chicken is coated in the sweet mango sauce and the softened mango pieces are spread throughout.

Cooked mango chicken being shredded in the slow cooker

Taste the sauce and add a pinch of salt if needed, or a splash of lime juice if you like a little extra brightness. Keep on WARM until ready to serve, then spoon over rice or your favorite side and enjoy while hot.

Variations & Tips

For picky eaters, use a very mild salsa or even a plain tomato sauce with a pinch of salt instead of salsa to keep the flavors simple and less spicy. If your crew likes a little heat, swap in medium or hot salsa, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes before cooking.

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